2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Continental GTC | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
